Construction Inspector III

City of Albuquerque; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Albuquerque is seeking an advanced-level Construction Inspector to lead inspection activities across multiple projects, ensuring compliance with plans, specifications, contracts and city ordinances. The role requires strong technical knowledge and the ability to guide lower-level staff.

Ideal candidates have an associate degree in building/construction trades or engineering, and at least four years in construction or inspection, plus supervisory experience.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in building and construction trades or engineering, or equivalent.
• Four years of construction or construction inspection experience.
• At least one year of supervisory or lead experience.
• Possession of a valid New Mexico Driver's License and COP within 6 months from hire.

Responsibilities

• Inspect construction projects for compliance with plans, specs, contracts and ordinances.
• Perform plan checking and verify material and workmanship per standards.
• Maintain field records, logs, and reports on inspections and tests.
• Coordinate with contractors, project managers, and other agencies.
• Respond to citizen inquiries and resolve inspection-related issues.

Skills

Communication

Supervisory experience

Plan reading

Education

Associate's degree in building and construction trades or engineering

Tools

Driver's license

Job description

Position Summary

Inspect the work of contractors on a variety of construction relative to assigned area of responsibility including, but not limited to, traffic control, streets, sidewalks, curbs/gutters, driveway pads, water, wastewater, sewer and storm drainage projects; ensure compliance with plans, specifications, contracts and ordinances; and maintain records and prepare reports on projects inspected. This is the advanced journey level class in the Construction Inspector series. Positions at this level are distinguished from other classes within the series by the level of responsibility assumed and the complexity of duties assigned. Employees perform the most difficult and responsible types of duties assigned to classes within this series including performing functional and technical lead over lower level inspection staff. Employees at this level are required to be fully trained in all procedures related to assigned area of responsibility.

Job descriptions are intended to present a general list of tasks/duties performed by employees within this job classification. Job Descriptions are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Essential functions may include but are not limited to the functions listed below. Must be able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.

• Inspect a variety of construction projects relative to assigned area of responsibility; perform plan checking functions; ensure compliance with applicable rules and regulations; interpret City approved plans.
• Inspect and monitor new installation of all types of construction for compliance with specifications; inspect all materials brought to construction sites.
• Provide accurate documentation of all construction inspection work completed including; a daily log; source books that verify the quantities of work performed daily; documentation for change orders; justifications for changes to construction contracts; environmental permit records and the structure packages including the project testing frequency reports; work order close-out documents and reimbursement requests.
• Coordinate construction activities with other agencies; act as a liaison between contractor and project manager on construction inspection issues.
• Respond to requests and complaints from citizens regarding construction projects.
• Perform various tests at construction sites including but not limited to asphalt, concrete, soil and water for compliance with applicable specifications; coordinate all testing with City and private labs as needed.
• Verify traffic control placement for correctness and safety; coordinate with barricade inspectors as needed.
• Inspect the work of contractors and builders to insure contract compliance with pre-approved drainage specifications and plans, regulations and ordinances for arroyos, pavement, concrete work, water, sewer, waste water, drainage, buildings and other structures; issue violation notices, or citations as required.
• Investigate complaints received from the general public and various businesses; determine corrective action to be taken within established regulations and ordinances.
• Report field changes that may require design changes; review material test reports.
• May ensure enforcement of the sidewalk ordinance through certified notification; ensure excavation work meets specification requirements through laboratory and field documentation.
• Conduct final and warranty inspections and submit corrections, remedies or deficiencies to the project Engineer.

SUPPLEMENTAL FUNCTIONS

Attend meetings, seminars and training programs.

Perform related duties and responsibilities as required.

Comply with local, state and federal safety program requirements.

Minimum Education, Experience And Additional Requirements

Education and experience directly related to the minimum requirements below may be interchangeable on a year for year basis.

Associate's degree from an accredited college or university in building and construction trades, or engineering; and

Four (4) years of construction or construction inspection experience; and

To include one (1) year of supervisory or lead experience.

Additional Requirements

Possession of a valid New Mexico Driver's License, or the ability to obtain by date of hire.

Possession of a City Operator's Permit (COP) within 6 months from date of hire.

Working Conditions

Environmental

Office and construction site environment; travel from site to site; exposure to computer screens, heat, cold, inclement weather conditions; work around heavy construction equipment.

Physical

Essential and supplemental functions may require maintaining physical condition necessary for walking, standing or sitting for prolonged periods of time; operating motorized equipment and vehicles.